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Shell shocked at Buona Vista on 15.2.1942 but remained on duty. Soldier marched into Shimo Sonkurai with malaria and dysentery but recovered well. Captain George Gwynne spoke to soldier on his way up to Tanbaya in Burma. At the time soldier was at Kami Sonkurai (24.8.1943) and Captain Gwynne recalled that he appeared to be well.

Above: Neices Lisa and Rosemary attended the 75th Service for the Fall of Singapore held Sunday 12 February 2017.

Their uncle John aged 28 years, died 27 Sep 1943 of pneumonia, Kami Sonkarui.